Q: When should I file my FAFSA application?
A: It is recommended that applicants file the FAFSA as soon after January 1 as possible.
Q: Do I need to file a FAFSA every year?
A: YES
Q: Do we need to file our Federal Income Tax Returns before completing the FAFSA?
A: The FAFSA application may be completed by using the prior year tax information and estimating. Once the current year tax return has been completed, you must make a correction to the original FAFSA application.
Q: What is the deadline to file my FAFSA?
A: Completed FAFSA results must be received by the Financial Aid Office no later than May 1 annually for full consideration of Carroll College need based aid.
Q:Do I need to include parent information on the FAFSA if they do not claim me on their taxes?
A: Yes, unless the student meets Independent Student Status as defined on the FAFSA application.
Q: Do I need to include parent information on the FAFSA if they do not support me financially?
A: Yes, unless the student meets Independent Student Status as defined on the FAFSA application.
Q: How does Carroll College receive my FAFSA information?
A: FAFSA results are sent to the school electronically from the Department of Education. Applicants must have the Federal School Code for Carroll College listed on the application in order for the school to receive the electronic processed results.
Q: What is the Federal School Code for Carroll College?
A: 002526
Q: How do I make corrections to my FAFSA?
A: Applicants may go online to a saved FAFSA application to make corrections or the applicant may print a copy of the Student Aid Report, make corrections, sign and submit the report to the Financial Aid Office. If the applicant is a dependent student, both the student and parent must sign the Student Aid Report.